1976 Ferrari 512 BB vs. 1996 Fiat 126
To start off, 1996 Fiat 126 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 512 BB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 512 BB would be higher. At 4,942 cc, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (355 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 512 BB weights approximately 755 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1976 Ferrari 512 BB (460 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 512 BB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 512 BB | 1996 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Ferrari | Fiat |
| Model | 512 BB | 126 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 704 cc |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 25 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 277 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 50 L |
